Indiana criminal charge
Disorderly conduct in Indiana
Disorderly conduct is a criminal offense under Indiana law, defined by Ind. Code § 35-45-1-3. Its classification is not fixed: Indiana assigns a different penalty class depending on the circumstances of the offense. The class that applies — and the sentencing range that follows from it — depends on which statutory variant fits the facts.
Defined by Ind. Code § 35-45-1-3.
What is the penalty for disorderly conduct in Indiana?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 180 days (Base disorderly conduct — A person recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally engages in fighting or tumultuous conduct, makes unreasonable noise after being asked to stop, or disrupts a lawful assembly.) | discretionary | Ind. Code § 35-50-3-3 |
| Fine | up to $1,000 (Base disorderly conduct — A person recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally engages in fighting or tumultuous conduct, makes unreasonable noise after being asked to stop, or disrupts a lawful assembly.) | discretionary | Ind. Code § 35-50-3-3 |
| Jail / prison | 6 months to 30 months (Disorderly conduct adversely affecting airport security — The disorderly conduct adversely affects airport security and is committed in or on the premises of an airport, including parking areas, maintenance bays, or aircraft hangars.; fixed term; advisory sentence 1 year; court may enter judgment of conviction as a Class A misdemeanor in limited circumstances (IC 35-50-2-7(c))) | presumptive | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-7 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (Disorderly conduct adversely affecting airport security — The disorderly conduct adversely affects airport security and is committed in or on the premises of an airport, including parking areas, maintenance bays, or aircraft hangars.) | discretionary | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-7 |
| Jail / prison | 6 months to 30 months (Disorderly conduct near funeral, burial, or memorial service — The disorderly conduct is committed within 500 feet of a burial, funeral procession, or a building where a funeral, memorial service, or viewing is being conducted, and adversely affects that event.; fixed term; advisory sentence 1 year; court may enter judgment of conviction as a Class A misdemeanor in limited circumstances (IC 35-50-2-7(c))) | presumptive | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-7 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (Disorderly conduct near funeral, burial, or memorial service — The disorderly conduct is committed within 500 feet of a burial, funeral procession, or a building where a funeral, memorial service, or viewing is being conducted, and adversely affects that event.) | discretionary | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-7 |
Applies to current.
How is disorderly conduct classified in Indiana?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base disorderly conduct | Class B Misdemeanor | A person recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally engages in fighting or tumultuous conduct, makes unreasonable noise after being asked to stop, or disrupts a lawful assembly. | Ind. Code § 35-45-1-3(a) |
| Disorderly conduct adversely affecting airport security | Level 6 Felony | The disorderly conduct adversely affects airport security and is committed in or on the premises of an airport, including parking areas, maintenance bays, or aircraft hangars. | Ind. Code § 35-45-1-3(b) |
| Disorderly conduct near funeral, burial, or memorial service | Level 6 Felony | The disorderly conduct is committed within 500 feet of a burial, funeral procession, or a building where a funeral, memorial service, or viewing is being conducted, and adversely affects that event. | Ind. Code § 35-45-1-3(c) |
Common questions about disorderly conduct in Indiana
Is disorderly conduct a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
It depends on the circumstances: disorderly conduct ranges from a Class B Misdemeanor to a Level 6 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-45-1-3.
Base disorderly conduct: Class B Misdemeanor (Ind. Code § 35-45-1-3(a)) · Disorderly conduct adversely affecting airport security: Level 6 Felony (Ind. Code § 35-45-1-3(b)) · Disorderly conduct near funeral, burial, or memorial service: Level 6 Felony (Ind. Code § 35-45-1-3(c))
What are the penalties for disorderly conduct in Indiana?
Which Indiana statute covers disorderly conduct?
Disorderly conduct is governed by Ind. Code § 35-45-1-3 (Disorderly conduct).
Legal terms used in this law
This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.